February Scholarships!

Here are a few of the scholarships that are coming due in February:

Soroptimist International of Humboldt Bay and Eureka Distinguished Youth Scholarship:

Deadline: Must be postmarked by February 1, 2012

This award is given in recognition of outstanding contributions made by young people to home, school, community and the world. This is a cash award.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Graduating senior from any area high school
• Taken an active part in service to the home, school ans/or community
• Show a high degree of cooperation, courtesy and consideration for others
• Demonstrated the ability to lead with self-control, dignity and responsibility
• Pursued his/her goals with commitment and  purpose.

Applications can be picked up in the counseling office in the scholarship box.

2012 Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program

Deadline: February 1, 2012

Qualifications:

• Applicant's Parent or Grandparent is employed full time with a company or individual holding a valid California liquor/beer/wine license. These would include hotels, restaurants, wholesale grocery/retail grocer/drug stores/ convenience stores/wineries/breweries/airlines and others.
• High school student participating in athletics and/or performing arts during BOTH 11th and 12th grades.
• Demonstrates outstanding community  citizenship as evidenced by student's written essay
•  Planning to attend a four-year college or university

Applications are only available online. For more information and to apply, click on the link below and follow the instructions:

Beverage Industry Scholarship Program

Once you get there, follow these instructions:

1. CLICK on the Scholarship link and follow instructions:
2. Fill out application on your computer
3. Print and sign your application

Attach other required documentation and mail your packet postmarked on or before Feb. 1 2012. Late applications will not be accepted.

California State PTA/PTSA Graduating Senior Scholarship

Deadline:February 1, 2012

Qualifications:

• California Resident
• Graduate from a California high school
• Must be a  member of his/her school PTA/PTSA and have a copy of your current membership card

You will need to submit the following:

1. Completed application form
2. Legible copy of applicants current PTA/PTSA membership card
3. Essay (topic is given on scholarship application)
4. Reference forms and letters in sealed envelopes

Applications are available in the counseling office in the scholarship box.

KFC Scholars Scholarship Program

Deadline February 8, 2012

Eligibility:

• Graduate from a high school this academic  year (2011-2012)
• Minimum GPA 2.75
• Plan to pursue a Bachelor's degree at a public, in-state college or university (start date no later than 9/30/12)
• US citizen or permanent resident
• Demonstrate financial need
• May attend either a 2-or-4 year accredited in-state college or university

This is an online application and can be accessed at the link below:

KFC Scholars Application

Don't hesitate to apply for the KFC Scholars scholarship, one of our students got this last year!